COLOUR
Red
TYPE
Still
VINTAGE
2021
GRAPE
Pinot Noir
PRODUCER
Storm Wines
REGION
California
CHARACTERISTICS
Body
Medium - Full
Sweetness
Dry
Acidity
Medium - High
Finish
Long
Intensity
Pronounced
Tannins
AROMAS & FLAVOURS
ABOUT THIS WINE
The Storm John Sebastiano Vineyard Pinot Noir 2021 is a 100% Pinot Noir from the Sta. Rita Hills AVA in California. The wine originates from the John Sebastiano Vineyard, a site characterized by its windy conditions on an eastern slope, contributing to the wine's power, structure, and concentration. The vineyard utilizes Pinot Noir clones 115 and 667. Storm Wines, founded by Ernst Storm, aims to produce classically styled wines that reflect the Santa Barbara County terroir, blending old-world influences with new-world techniques. The 2021 vintage is noted for its inherent power and structure.
ALCOHOL
13.5%
AVG. PRICE
€69
STYLE
Classic
SULPHITES
NO
When to drink
Now or Later
Ideal temperature
16-18°C
INTERESTING FACTS
Fact 01
Vineyard is a windy site on an eastern slope.
Fact 02
Uses Pinot Noir clones 115 and 667.
Fact 03
Fermented with 50% whole stems.
Fact 04
Aged in 100% French Oak, with 30% new.
FOOD PAIRING
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WINE MAKING PROCESS
The Storm John Sebastiano Vineyard Pinot Noir 2021 was produced using 100% Pinot Noir grapes. Key winemaking techniques include fermentation with 50% whole stems and 100% Malolactic Fermentation. The wine underwent aging in 100% French Oak barrels, with 30% new oak, from coopers such as Damy, Cadus, and Francois Freres. This process aims to build structure, complexity, and integrate the wine's components.
